Maintenance Worker

You will serve as a Maintenance Worker. This is a term position (more than 1 year) with an initial appointment expecting to last at least 13 months but may be extended up to a total of four years, or more based on any changes to regulations governing the number of years term appointments may last, without further competition at management's discretion. $27.71 Per Hour (Step 01) to $32.32 Per Hours (Step 05). First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: There is no specific length of training or experience required; however, applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform the basic work of the position without more than normal supervision through experience shown in the written resume and responses to the job-related task statements in this announcement. To be basically qualified for this position applicants must meet the identified screen-out element below. Screen-out Element: The Maintenance Worker provides entry-level job duties in functions needed for repair of various equipment that is mechanical, electrical, or plumbing in nature. Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr US Geological Survey